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JHS – I am/You are

INTRODUCTION

Let’s introduce ourselves to each other.



My name is ________. What is your name?

ANSWER

I am ________. Nice to meet you.

WORDS

Please repeat after me.

READ

I am ~.
I’m from ~.
You are ~.
Are you ~?
the Philippines
Britain
Canada

DIALOGUE

Let’s read the dialogue.

READ

TUTOR: Hello, I’m Sarah. What is your name?
STUDENT: Hi, Sarah. I am Jack. Nice to meet you.
TUTOR: Nice to meet you too, Jack. Are you from Britain?
STUDENT: No, I’m not. I’m from Canada.
TUTOR: I see, you are from Canada. It’s a nice place.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

Please answer the questions.



1. Are you from the Philippines?

ANSWER

________________.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

2. Are you from Japan?

ANSWER

________________.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

3. Are you hungry?

ANSWER

________________.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

4. Are you thirsty?

ANSWER

________________.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

5. Are you tired?

ANSWER

________________.

ASKING QUESTIONS

Please ask me the questions.

ASK

1. Are you from the USA?

ANSWER

________________.

ASK

2. Are you from the Philippines?

ANSWER

________________.

General English (Intermediate)_Culture

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

I will ask you the following questions. Please answer.

ANSWERING QUESTIONS

1. What is your name?
2. How do you describe the Japanese culture?
3. What tradition in your country do you like best?
4. Are you interested in foreign cultures?
5. What foreign culture do you like the most?

ANSWER

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

ASKING QUESTIONS

Please ask me the following questions.

ASK

1. What is your name?
2. How do you describe the Philipine culture?
3. What tradition in your country do you like best?
4. Are you interested in foreign cultures?
5. What foreign culture do you like the most?

SUMMARIZING INFORMATION

Now, please summarize my responses to your questions.

SUMMARIZE

My tutor’s name is
DIALOGUE READING

Let’s read the dialogue below.
After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.

READ

Nicky: What are you going to do on Christmas Day?
Kevin: I’ll go to school as usual.
Nicky: Are you sure? It’s a national holiday in the Philippines.
Kevin: Really? So, government offices will be closed that day as well. Am I right?
Nicky: Yes. Celebrating Christmas has been a tradition in our country. This began when the Spanish people brought Christianity to the Philippines in 1521.
Kevin: That’s interesting. How do you usually celebrate it?
Nicky: Christmas season starts in September. On Christmas day, families gather to celebrate. We prepare special dishes and gifts for everyone.
Kevin: That’s nice. You enjoy not only Christmas day itself but also the preparation time.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.

ANSWER

1. Why is Christmas a big event in the Philippines?
Answer:
2. When does the Christmas season start in the Philippines?
Answer:
3. What do people prepare on Christmas Day?
Answer:

DIALOGUE PRACTICE

Let’s read the dialogue below.
Complete each conversation by choosing the correct answer.

READ AND ANSWER

1. Tutor: Sushi in Japan is very fresh!
Student: I think the location of a country affects ____________ food culture.
a. its
b. of
c. for
d. in
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

2. Tutor: Japanese women usually wear kimono on formal occasions.
Student: I heard that ____________ a traditional clothing in Japan.
a. are
b. with
c. its
d. it is
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

3. Tutor: It’s difficult to sit in “seiza” position on a Japanese tatami.
Student: I heard the younger generation is not familiar ____________ seiza.
a. in
b. though
c. with
d. on
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

4. Tutor: People eat food using their hands in some countries.
Student: In some countries, it’s the most pleasant way ____________ eat food.
a. in
b. is
c. to
d. with
(Answer is in the last page.)
READ AND ANSWER

5. Tutor: People in the Republic of Estonia eat 7 times on New Year’s Day.
Student: They pray for a rich year ____________ a lot of food.
a. to eat
b. by eating
c. eating
d. in eating
(Answer is in the last page.)
EXPRESSING OPINIONS

Please answer the following questions based on your opinion. Give at least one reason to support your answer.

ANSWER

1. Do you think modern traditions destroy old cultures?
Answer:
2. Do you think culture is created by people?
Answer:
3. In Western culture, once you turn 18, you have to move out from your parents’ house. Do you think this is a good idea?
Answer:
4. What are the advantages of practicing old traditions?
Answer:
5. Do you think adapting to a new culture is difficult?
Answer:
6. Do you think learning about foreign cultures is important? Why?
Answer:
7. Do you think art is valuable in one’s culture?

ANSWERS FOR DIALOGUE PRACTICE

1. a
2. d
3. c
4. c
5. b

General English – Social Media

DIALOGUE READING

Let’s read the dialogue below.

READ

Sasha: Hi, Conny! It has been a while since we’ve talked.
Conny: Yeah, it’s good that we’re friends on SNS because we can keep in touch with everyone.
Sasha: True. Did you see Mike’s post last night? He will have a birthday party.
Conny: Yes. I got an invitation. Social media is useful for informing people about different things.

COMPREHENSION CHECK

Please answer the following questions based on the dialogue.

ANSWER

1. Why is being friends on SNS a good thing?
Answer: ___________________________________________________

2. What did Mike post on his social media account?
Answer: ___________________________________________________

EXPRESSING OPINIONS

Let’s take turns in answering the questions below.

ANSWER

1. Have you ever had a problem while using a social media site before?
Answer: ___________________________________________________

2. What kind of information are you comfortable sharing to the public?
Answer: ___________________________________________________

3. How do we become responsible social media users?
Answer: ___________________________________________________

Mutual Questioning – Traveling

DIALOGUE READING

Let’s read the dialogue below. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
講師と一緒に次の文章を読んでみましょう。文章は交互に読み、一度読み終わったら役を交代しましょう。

READ

Staff: Hello. What’s the purpose of your visit in our country?
Yuka: I’m here to see some sightseeing spots.
Staff: How long are you going to stay?
Yuka: I’m going to stay here for 6 days.
Staff: Where will you stay?
Yuka: I will stay at the Empire hotel in Rose city.
Staff: That’s nice! Enjoy your stay here.
Yuka: Thank you.

ROLE PLAY

Now, let’s have a dialogue practice. Please fill in the blanks.
空欄に自分で考えた答えを入れて、会話を完成させましょう。

READ

Tutor: Hello. What’s the purpose of your visit in our country?
Student: ______________________________.
Tutor: How long are you going to stay?
Student: ______________________________.
Tutor: Where will you stay?
Student: ______________________________.
Tutor: That’s nice! Enjoy your stay here.
Student: ______________________________.

DIALOGUE READING

Let’s read the dialogue below. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
講師と一緒に次の文章を読んでみましょう。文章は交互に読み、一度読み終わったら役を交代しましょう。

READ

Local: This city is famous for sightseeing spots.
Yuka: Can you recommend one?
Local: I recommend the city hall. It is an old building that was built in 1920.
Yuka: Sounds good. How can I get there?
Local: Take the subway and get off at the city hall station. You’ll see the building on the left side.
Yuka: How long does it take from here?
Local: It takes about 15 minutes.
Yuka: Thank you. I’ll visit it tomorrow.

ROLE PLAY

Now, let’s have a dialogue practice. Please fill in the blanks.
空欄に自分で考えた答えを入れて、会話を完成させましょう。

READ

Tutor: This city is famous for sightseeing spots.
Student: ______________________________.
Tutor: I recommend the city hall. It is an old building that was built in 1920.
Student: ______________________________.
Tutor: Take the subway and get off at the city hall station. You’ll see the building on the left side.
Student: ______________________________.
Tutor: It takes about 15 minutes.
Student: ______________________________.

DIALOGUE READING

Let’s read the dialogue below. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
講師と一緒に次の文章を読んでみましょう。文章は交互に読み、一度読み終わったら役を交代しましょう。

READ

Staff: Hello, Billy’s Bistro. How can I help you?
Yuka: Hello. Can I make a reservation for tonight?
Staff: Sure. What time would you like to book?
Yuka: 7pm, please.
Staff: Okay, ma’am. For how many?
Yuka: For 4 people.
Staff: May I know your name please?
Yuka: My name is Yuka Sato.
Staff: Alright. I have already made a reservation for 4 people at 7pm.
Yuka: Thanks.

ROLE PLAY

Now, let’s have a dialogue practice. Please fill in the blanks.
空欄に自分で考えた答えを入れて、会話を完成させましょう。

READ

Tutor: Hello, Billy’s Bistro. How can I help you?
Student: ______________________________.
Tutor: Sure. What time would you like to book?
Student: ______________________________.
Tutor: Okay, ma’am. For how many?
Student: ______________________________.
Tutor: May I know your name please?
Student: ______________________________.
Tutor: Alright. I have already made a reservation for 4 people at 7pm.
Student: ______________________________.